Safety
Follow all safety guidelines when handling the battery pack.
Risk of electric shock.
Prior to recycling the battery pack, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.
Disconnect all test leads and turn diagnostic tools off before removing the battery pack.
Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from or protecting the battery terminals.
Do not expose the diagnostic tool or battery pack to rain, snow, or wet conditions.
Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
Electric shock can cause injury.
Risk of explosion.
The Lithium battery is factory replaceable only, incorrect replacement or tampering with the battery pack may cause an explosion.
Explosion can cause death or serious injury.
The battery pack contains no user serviceable components. Tampering with the battery pack terminals or housing will void the product warranty.
Keep the following in mind when using and handling the battery pack:
| ● | Do not short circuit battery pack terminals. |
| ● | Do not immerse the diagnostic tool or battery pack in water, or allow water to enter the diagnostic tool or battery pack. |
| ● | Do not crush, disassemble, or tamper with the battery pack. |
| ● | Do not heat the battery pack to over 100°C (212°F), or dispose of it in a fire. |
| ● | Do not expose the battery pack to excessive physical shock or vibration. |
| ● | Keep the battery pack out of reach of children. |
| ● | Do not use a battery pack that appears to have suffered abuse or damage. |
| ● | Charge the battery pack in the appropriate charger only. |
| ● | Do not use a battery charger that has been modified or damaged. |
| ● | Use the battery pack for the specified product only. |
| ● | Store the battery pack in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. |
The battery pack should be used within a short period of time (about 30 days) after charging to prevent loss of capacity due to self-discharging.
If long-term storage of the battery pack is necessary, it should be stored in a in a cool, dry, well ventilated place with a 30 to 75 percent state of charge to prevent loss of characteristics.
To prolong the life of your battery, turn off the diagnostic tool when not in use. The diagnostic tool has a built in charger that recharges the battery on demand whenever it is connected to a power source.
Replacement
If the battery pack no longer holds a charge, contact your sales representative to order a new one.
Replace the battery pack with a Snap-on replacement battery pack only.
| 1. | Loosen the two battery pack screws. |
| 2. | Carefully tilt the battery pack up from the bottom, and then remove it. |
| 1. | Battery Pack |
| 2. | Battery Pack Screws (2) |
| 3. | Battery pack location |
| 3. | In the opposite manner of removal; insert the new battery pack into position, then tilt it down into place making sure it is fully seated. |
Do not overtighten the battery pack screws.
| 4. | Tighten the two battery pack screws. |
Charging
The diagnostic tool (display unit) comes equipped with a rechargeable internal battery pack that can be charged using the supplied AC power adapter. A fully charged battery pack provides sufficient power for up to 5 hours of continuous operation.
Use the supplied AC power adapter to charge the battery pack.
Insert the end of the AC power adapter cable into the DC power supply input jack on the diagnostic tool, then connect the AC power adapter to an approved AC power source.
Only use the supplied AC power adapter. Never connect the power adapter to the diagnostic tool when the tool is communicating with a vehicle.
Battery Status Indicator
An illuminated indicator is located in the power button, to indicate battery status and charge level..
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Three colors are used to show battery level and power status:
| – | Green (continuous on) - indicates either the battery is fully charged, or the diagnostic tool is being powered by the AC power adapter. |
| – | Orange (continuous on) - indicates the battery is charging. |
| – | Red (continuous on) - indicates the battery is low (15% of capacity or less). |
Disposal
Always dispose of the battery pack according to local regulations, which vary for different countries and regions. The battery pack, while non-hazardous waste, does contain recyclable materials. If shipping is required, ship the battery pack to a recycling facility in accordance with local, national, and international regulations.
Always dispose of materials according to local regulations.
For additional information within the United States of America contact:
| ● | Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) at www.call2recycle.org Phone - 800 822-8837 |
For additional information within Canada contact:
| ● | Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) at www.call2recycle.ca Phone - 888 224 9764 |
Products bearing the WEEE logo are subject to European Union regulations.
